Academy of Doctors of Audiology

24/07/2025

👂Good hearing is a family affair. Whether it's sharing laughs at the dinner table or cheering on your team, hearing keeps us connected. Don’t let hearing loss disconnect you from the moment. Take a few minutes to check your hearing at

Curious about your hearing abilities? Answer ten simple questions to determine whether your hearing falls into the range of normal, mild to moderate, or significant hearing difficulty.

23/07/2025

🚨 ADA Advocacy Update: We're pushing for transparency & timely guidance on the new CPT hearing aid service codes.

🔎 Read our full update, including ADA’s response to AAA & ASHA, upcoming resources, and details on the AuDacity workshop.

📬 Read more: https://mailchi.mp/audiologist.org/ada-member-update-advocating-transparent-timely-information-new-cpt-hearing-aid

22/07/2025

The ADA Nominating Committee has announced the official slate of candidates for the 2025 Election and opened the window for independent nominations! Positions include President-Elect and Director-at-Large.

🗳️ President-Elect Candidates:
– Stacy O’Brien, Au.D.
– Erica Person, Au.D.

🗳️ Director-at-Large Candidates (1 seat):
– Sarah Curtis, Au.D.
– Bryan Greenaway, Au.D.

➡️ Independent nominations are due by August 5, 2025.
In keeping with the Bylaws, Regular or Life Members may submit independent nominations by submitting the name(s) of nominees to the Chair of the Nominating Committee within fourteen (14) days of this notice. The Chair shall confirm that any Regular or Life Member so nominated is willing and able to serve if elected. To be considered, independent nominations must be emailed to: nominations@audiologist.org

🔗 Read more in the latest newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/audiologist.org/ada-nominating-committee-announces-slate-canadates-for-2025-election

20/07/2025

We’re proud to welcome the Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA) as a new strategic partner of ACLM!

Representing independent and private practice audiologists, ADA is on the front lines of hearing and balance health. Through this partnership, ADA members will gain access to lifestyle medicine education, training, and resources to support whole-person care.

Together, we’re recognizing the critical connection between chronic disease and hearing health—and empowering audiologists to be part of the solution.

🔗 Learn more about our strategic partnerships and how your organization can help reimagine health: https://lifestylemedicine.org/strategic-partners/

17/07/2025

This session is going to be amazing! Thanks so much for CareCredit for sponsoring! Learn more about AuDacity and register here: https://www.audiologist.org/events/audacity/audacity-agenda

Discover how top private practice owners from diverse medical fields share their success strategies at the Audacity 2025 General Session, sponsored by CareCredit.

15/07/2025

🚨 New Hearing Aid CPT Codes: A Cause for Concern
CMS has released the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (Proposed Rule), introducing new codes for hearing aids and related services—developed by AAA and ASHA. ADA has serious concerns about the changes, including the elimination of codes 92590–92595, and their potential impact on private practices and patients.

📢 ADA members: Join us for an Advocacy Town Hall to learn more and get involved.
🗓️ Wednesday, July 16, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM ET
🔗 https://virtualconference.zoom.us/meeting/register/1pWfa3N_QWOhYFa7ARd4mA #/registration

📖 Read more about ADA’s concerns and response in our latest newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/audiologist/new-cpt-hearing-aid-service-codes-a-cause-for-concern

10/07/2025

📢 Urgent Advocacy Alert from ADA 📢

The American Academy of Otolaryngology (AAO-HNS) is actively spreading misinformation about audiologists and the Medicare Audiology Access Improvement Act (MAAIA)—claiming audiologists are unqualified to provide independent hearing and balance care. We know that’s false— we swiftly responded here:https://mcusercontent.com/59d85b4d8bff8b5eb5cebbd43/files/827d2c11-45a0-8426-2537-2c09a41b7092/Letter_to_AAO_HNS_07072025.pdf

🎯 Here’s how YOU can help:
🔹 Join the ADA Advocacy Briefing – Wed, July 16 @ 7PM ET:
https://virtualconference.zoom.us/meeting/register/1pWfa3N_QWOhYFa7ARd4mA #/registration
🔹 Register for ADA Lobby Day – Thurs, Sept 25 in DC: https://audiologist.site-ym.com/event/audacity2025
You do not have to be an ADA member or attend the AuDacity conference to participate.

Let’s correct the record and make our voices heard on Capitol Hill. Every audiologist counts.

📲 Read more here: https://mailchi.mp/audiologist.org/important-advocacy-message-and-urgent-call-to-action-from-the-ada-executive-director

07/07/2025

The American Academy of Audiology (AAA), Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA), and American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) have issued a formal response to the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) rebutting its recent letter to Congress opposing the Medicare Audiology Access Improvement Act (S.1996/H.R.2757) and asking for a meeting to discuss the bill.

The response from the presidents of the three audiology groups disputes AAO-HNS’s mischaracterization of the legislation and the role of audiologists in providing hearing and balance care. The audiology organizations describe the AAO-HNS letter, which was sent to Congress on June 3, as “false, misleading, and inaccurate,” and in direct contradiction to evidence-based clinical practice and federal data.

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The American Academy of Audiology (AAA), Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA), and American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) have issued a formal response to the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) rebutting its recent letter to Congress opposing the Medic...

04/07/2025

🧨 ADA wishes you a joyful, safe, and sound-filled Independence Day!

As we celebrate America’s freedom, we also celebrate the ability to hear life’s moments—big and small.

30/06/2025

The June edition of AuDiogram is here! ☀️

Stay in the loop with the latest from ADA—news, updates, and important info you may have missed. This month's issue is packed with highlights you won't want to skip!

📖 Read it now: https://mailchi.mp/audiologist/audiogram-june-2025

23/06/2025

Boost your practice’s efficiency and enhance patient experiences by enrolling your key staff members in the hands-on Technology Specialist Workshop, sponsored by Phonak at the AuDacity 2025 Conference! This practical training program is designed to upskill your team in the essential handling and troubleshooting of hearing technology and connectivity.

Through a proven, engaging curriculum, participants will gain foundational knowledge and practical skills in:

✔️Audiology, hearing, and hearing loss
✔️Hearing aid basics, programming, and troubleshooting
✔️Connectivity support and device troubleshooting

By equipping essential staff with these core competencies, hearing care professionals can spend more time focused on clinical care. The long-term impact? A more efficient practice, improved patient outcomes, and measurable time savings across your team. A trained Technology Specialist streamlines workflow and reduces the time spent on technical support tasks—where it counts the most.

When: Thursday, September 25, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (includes lunch)
Where: Washington Hilton Hotel, 1919 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington D.C. 20009

Technology Specialists/Audiology Assistants can attend this fantastic workshop and the full AuDacity Conference for only $475 (and the conference fee includes most meals). https://www.audiologist.org/events/audacity/view-the-agenda

19/06/2025

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth and honor the voices that have long fought to be heard.

ADA reaffirms its commitment to amplifying equity in hearing healthcare and advocating for access for all communities.